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Eight flags over Federation Square mark a muted Greek National Day
Eight Greek flags lent colour to a drab Federation Square on gray day in Melbourne marking 25 March, Greece’s National Day. It was a against the odds that there would …
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Australia’s PM Scott Morrison cancels elective surgery, launches Covid-19 commission as “bridge to the other side”
Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison addressed the nation on Wednesday to give an update on the coronavirus situation following last night’s announcement of tighter measures. These included travel bans, crowd …
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Victoria’s Premier Dan Andrews announces tighter measures for Victoria where threat is “more imminent”
Victoria’s Premier Dan Andrews released a statement on Wednesday morning following the decision of the National Cabinet to release a new round of stricter measures, including tighter limits to funeral …
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Distilleries produce hand sanitisers following pub closures
Pub closures and a shortage of hand sanitisers has caused a large number of alcohol distilleries around Australia to shift the focus of their production. Angelo Kotses, owner of the …
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Coronavirus in Greece: 743 cases, migrant camps, new bank withdrawal rules and pets
There are 743 coronavirus cases in Greece following the arrival of Greek nationals repatriated from Spain who tested positive to coronavirus. Greek Civil Portection Minister Nikos Hardalias said Tuesday that …
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Australia’s PM expands coronavirus restrictions with stricter measures for weddings, funerals and travel
Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced further measures to combat coronavirus on Tuesday night after a national cabinet meeting. A nationwide crackdown on social gatherings was announced. Further restrictions were …
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Greece announces total travel ban with Turkey and UK flight ban
On Monday Greece announced the temporary suspension of all transport links with Turkey and also the suspension of all flights to the United Kingdom. Government spokesperson Aristotelia Peloni told a …
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Greek hotels and coronavirus: Shutdowns with a few exceptions
The Greek Ministry of Tourism announced the suspension of hotel operations to protect staff from the coronavirus pandemic. All year-round hotels shut down from 11pm on Monday, 23 March, and …
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Clayton South school students hold early Greek National Day celebration
With the fight against Covid-19 taking its toll on all public events, Pedia School in Clayton South, Melbourne, celebrated the forthcoming Greek National Day in advance by calling on its …
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Sydney-born immunologist Sotiris Tsiodras, the ‘voice’ of coronavirus in Greece
Australia’s response to the crisis has been mild compared to Greece’s stringent lockdown. Despite the fact that there have been just 17 deaths and 695 cases, the government is acting …